What to wear to work - Page 4

softgrey · 10-10-2004

all those new names that have been invented recently for appropriate work attire seem a bit confusing... and a bit silly really...

smart casual??...who came up with that i wonder...

anyway, thanks for taking the time to answer...

Veronica · 10-10-2004

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Originally posted by softgrey@Oct 10 2004, 05:47 PM
all those new names that have been invented recently for appropriate work attire seem a bit confusing... and a bit silly really...

I totally agree

. I hear the term 'smart casual' all the time though. And some people at my work have been asked to wear a more 'formal' suit to go and meet clients. It's all too confusing!

I will be buying this outfit for work though.

HBoogie · 11-10-2004

Smart casual = British version of what Americans would call "business casual."

purreow* · 12-10-2004

Okay, I have a portfolio review I have to stand up and give in a couple of weeks at work. Since I'll be in front of a crowded room (30 or so ppl), I feel the need to start picking out an outfit like.. now. This is what I was thinking... I have these fabulous tomato red pumps with off-white stitching on them that I've had for a couple of years. Believe me, they are cute. (sorry no pics at the moment). I was thinking of doing a basic, black (maybe jersey knit?) dress. Just visualizing something not too dressy (we are pretty casual at work for the most part, but I like to dress it up a little on presentation days). It doesn't even have to be a dress, maybe skirt and top. Pants.. eh.. maybe, but I wear jeans everyday here, I thought I'd spruce it up a little. Any help or suggestions would be mucho appreciated!!!

helena · 13-10-2004

what about a wrap dress - I was just given a black jersey wrap dress as a present & it is very versatile as its quite smart but can be dressed down too - over jeans or trousers. they are very feminine too & flattering to lots of different body shapes.

purreow* · 13-10-2004

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Originally posted by helena@Oct 13 2004, 07:39 AM
what about a wrap dress - I was just given a black jersey wrap dress as a present & it is very versatile as its quite smart but can be dressed down too - over jeans or trousers. they are very feminine too & flattering to lots of different body shapes.

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Yes, that's kind of what I've been looking for. Do you know where yours came from? I need something fitted since I'm on the thin side, but also wanted it to be subtle so the shoes would stand out. I figure if people are looking at my shoes instead of my face, then I'll be less nervous. :P

lovespell · 13-10-2004

Or a fabulous little sheath dress. Very simple.

softgrey · 16-10-2004

that actually makes sense,,,thx boogie...

tulip · 03-12-2004

I made a quick search and couldn't find a related topic..so hope this isnt a double post

So anyways, I'm off for 8 months to Europe for an office job. I don't wanna pack alot of clothes, and already am in search for the perfect black suit and pumps/comfy shoes and bag

What do you think are the must have basic office pieces in general? (and particularly this season? Early 2005- Summer)

tulip · 04-12-2004

White Suit (Dior Helmut Jacket)

tulip · 04-12-2004

Black Trouser DKNY $195

tulip · 04-12-2004

Bebe Blazer and Skirt

tulip · 04-12-2004

Thought this was cute

purplelucrezia · 14-01-2005

Two new suits which are still highly feminine.

Polya · 02-04-2005

I'm tempted to wear jeans to work, kicked up with a nice shirt, jacket, shoes, and jewelry. In a professional environment (not corporate), do you think jeans worn in this way would be acceptable? Or should I stick to trousers and skirts?

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softgrey flaunt the imperfection.. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: downtown... Gender: femme Posts: 49,949	all those new names that have been invented recently for appropriate work attire seem a bit confusing... and a bit silly really... smart casual??...who came up with that i wonder... anyway, thanks for taking the time to answer... __________________ "It is not money that makes you well dressed: it is understanding." ChristianDior

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purreow* front row Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: US Gender: femme Posts: 428	Okay, I have a portfolio review I have to stand up and give in a couple of weeks at work. Since I'll be in front of a crowded room (30 or so ppl), I feel the need to start picking out an outfit like.. now. This is what I was thinking... I have these fabulous tomato red pumps with off-white stitching on them that I've had for a couple of years. Believe me, they are cute. (sorry no pics at the moment). I was thinking of doing a basic, black (maybe jersey knit?) dress. Just visualizing something not too dressy (we are pretty casual at work for the most part, but I like to dress it up a little on presentation days). It doesn't even have to be a dress, maybe skirt and top. Pants.. eh.. maybe, but I wear jeans everyday here, I thought I'd spruce it up a little. Any help or suggestions would be mucho appreciated!!! __________________ twitter.com/1201am

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softgrey flaunt the imperfection.. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: downtown... Gender: femme Posts: 49,949	that actually makes sense,,,thx boogie... __________________ "It is not money that makes you well dressed: it is understanding." ChristianDior

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helena Swim Upstream Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: europe Gender: femme Posts: 6,457	what about a wrap dress - I was just given a black jersey wrap dress as a present & it is very versatile as its quite smart but can be dressed down too - over jeans or trousers. they are very feminine too & flattering to lots of different body shapes.

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lovespell front row Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Minnesota Posts: 301	Or a fabulous little sheath dress. Very simple.

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tulip front row Join Date: Nov 2004 Gender: femme Posts: 223	What to wear to work I made a quick search and couldn't find a related topic..so hope this isnt a double post So anyways, I'm off for 8 months to Europe for an office job. I don't wanna pack alot of clothes, and already am in search for the perfect black suit and pumps/comfy shoes and bag What do you think are the must have basic office pieces in general? (and particularly this season? Early 2005- Summer)

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tulip front row Join Date: Nov 2004 Gender: femme Posts: 223	Thought this was cute

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